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Morimoto Waikiki

The Modern Honolulu, 1775 Ala Moana Boulevard., Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
808-943-5900
Ranked #25 of 1,269 restaurants in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 194 Reviews
Price range: 32 AUD - 51 AUD
Cuisines: Japanese
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Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Neighbourhood: Waikiki
Cross street: Hobron
Transit: Morimoto Waikiki is on the Red Line for the Honolulu Trolley, exit Discovery Bay. If taking TheBus, the following lines are avaiable 8, 19,20,23,24,42 and E, The Country Express.
Description: Morimoto's contemporary Japanese menu infuses traditional dishes with Western ingredients and preparation techniques. His seasonal and ever-changing selection of raw fish preparations will feature the best seafood that the Hawaiian waters have to offer as well as locally grown fruits and vegetables from supporting farmers. Morimoto's signature offerings include Toro Tartare, presented in a shallow wooden tray with condiments including Osetra Caviar, creme fraiche, wasabi, avocado, shiso leaf and dashi-soy and Tuna Pizza made with raw tuna, anchovy aioli and jalapeno as well as Morimoto Sashimi, a terrine of seared toro, smoked salmon, barbequed eel, tuna and hamachi served with five different sauces in pipettes.
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Sydney, Australia
Top Contributor
50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

We stayed at the hotel because this was the signature restaurant and felt it only proper to experience food presented to Iron Chef standards. From the moment we walked in we were treated as special guests - our waiter was knowledgeable and courteous. Our fear was that this would be an overbearing experience - we were wrong - the attitude... More

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big blue ball
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

I was with some friends. We found out our hotel had no breakfast service. They went to the ABC store for fruit. I went to Morimoto. I will begin by admitting that I did not order a Japanese dish, or even a dish which was completely Hawaiian. Perhaps I would have been more satisfied with either choice. I ordered the... More

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Los Angeles, California
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

We tried the tasting menu at Morimoto's and it was a wonderful experience. Not all the dishes were perfect. The chawanmushi was definitely the high point of our meal and the surf and turf was disappointing. However, we still enjoyed our experience since we would not have chosen the dishes we enjoyed but for the tasting. The portions were very... More

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Perth
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Masaharu Morimoto is a star on the Iron Chef program. His local menu in Waikiki certainly lives up to that standard and we tried several dishes that had been previewed on the program. Great selection of wines, brilliant service and great use of local ingredients that came together in a truly memorable experience. I would recommend going there as a... More

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Honolulu, Hawaii
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7 reviews 7 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

I was expecting a lot more from the "iron chef". Sushi platter did not "Wow". In fact none of the dishes we selected "wowed" us, except for the dessert. More

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See 6 more reviews by ronwatanabe for Honolulu
Sydney
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

The food and ambience were both great. The choc and caramel dessert was particularly good. The service was very pleasant but lacked some professionalism for a higher end restaurant. For example, empty plates and glasses left too long on the table. Our next course was arriving when the appetizer dish was still on the table. The waitress didn't know how... More

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Ballymena, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Ate here in April 2012 and what a meal. Fantastic menu, fantastic cuisine, fantastic surroundings and fantastic staff. Would definitely recommend this restaurant and would return in an instant.The staff were very attentive and informative.The Tempura Pineapple is a taste explosion! The desserts were like artwork. More

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Wichita, Kansas
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

loved the angry chicken! chocholate carmel tarte was out of this world More

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Cary, North Carolina
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

We ate at Morimotos for our last dinner in Honolulu and it was a gem. I almost wish we had a special occasion to celebrate because it was such a wonderful experience. The food was phenomenal, as I would expect from a restaurant with Morimoto's name on it. Service was friendly and never had us sitting without. I was very... More

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See 10 more reviews by lestoil007 for Honolulu
Vancouver, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

We were there with another couple and we all ordered the Omakase (chef's tasting menu) There were 8 courses in total and it really was an event. Service was excellent and we even got to see the Iron Chef himself. The Omakase changes every time so you never know what you're going to get. It is quite pricey so start... More

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